New HS2 route – Closer, far more Noise for Packington ?

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HS2 re-route to avoid Measham looks worse for Packington

HS2 have published a consultation for a re-route nearer to Packington:

  • New route avoids Measham to the East, now comes closer to Packington
  • To cross the Sewage Farm on embankment, instead of in a cutting beyond the five-ways junction
  • Line elevation seems increased, bringing far more noise. Most of the route near us was to be in cuttings or level; now most of the adjacent track is to be exposed and elevated.

This is a Consultation. We can all respond, by 9th March 2017. Give your input here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/hs2-crewe-to-manchester-west-midlands-to-leeds-route-refinement-consultation-2016

Download the full new route details here:  https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/567265/C321-MMD-RT-DPP-110-580603.pdf

Here’s an outline map, then detail maps of new (2016) and old (2013) routes with vertical profiles:
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FREE Tree Scheme – just order by 24 October 2016

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In the National Forest and beyond

The overwhelmingly popular Free Tree Scheme is back again, and you can help to continue the success of the scheme by supporting it this year. The scheme has already seen thousands of trees planted across the district and the District Council is once again teaming up with The National Forest Company to make our district even greener.

There are four trees to choose from: Holly; Dogwood; Field Maple; Elder and again this year we have the Hedge Fund with residents able to order up to 30 metres of hedging.

You can order online at: www.nwleics.gov.uk/freetreescheme2016

Trees will be available for collection on Sunday 20 November. Place your order to receive your free trees now, and by  Monday 24 October 2016.
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I am Team GB – Your chance to take part near Packington THIS SATURDAY 27 August

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Could YOU walk 3 miles in an hour to be part of the post-Olympic celebrations?  Do YOU want to be part of a massive national day?

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Come on over to Conkers waterside, park FREE, and join in FREE with our local parkrun – walk or run, just take part ! This Saturday morning 27th August 2016 at 8:45am

Details: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/conkers/

Go to the parkrun website and grab a barcode before the day, print it and bring it with you – afterwards you’ll get your name and finish time on the internet! https://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/form/

Tea or Coffee afterwards, in the Conkers Waterside cafe – they also do cooked breakfasts!